It is a healthy addition for all those who want to lose weight due to its high fibre and protein content. It is also a rich source of potassium, which acts as a vasodilator and controls blood pressure. Besides these, it has notable amounts of vitamin C, B6, B2, folic acid, calcium, zinc, and magnesium.It’s vegetarian/vegan unless you add a dairy product to it or for some reason cook the lentils in meat broth. Massor Dal, like all other dals or lentils, is a plant based product. Therefore, it is vegetarian. Here is a simple recipe, with step-by-step photographs to make masoor dal.It is basically split lentil without skin and is red in colour. It does not need soaking prior to cooking as it is a soft dal and cooks quickly. When cooked, masoor dal turns a soft golden colour and has a pleasant earthy flavour.